Dual role managing both Drug substance at KBI and Drug product Fill and Finish services with KBI
Ensures the appropriate development and control of BDS development
Provides leadership in managing the KBI-PMO business and establishing client relationships
Manages project timelines through all phases of development
Develops, manages, and updates project plans
Communicates project status, progress, timelines, and changes to all relevant personnel
Schedules, facilitates, and documents program related client team meetings
Leads cross-functional teams without direct authority
Analyzes risk, establishes contingency plans, and identifies trigger events
Oversees Drug product program portfolio of increased complexity
Manages the technical and strategic development of the program
Responsible for staff compliance to PMO project delivery processes and business monitoring tools
Hosts clients or represent KBI at client site including Executive Steering Committee meetings

Requirements

MBA, M.Sc or Ph.D. required
Bachelor’s degree (B.Sc) in science or related discipline with >15 years relevant industry experience accepted in lieu of advanced degree
PMP certification (current or planned in the immediate future)
Minimum 15 years industry experience, with 8 years or more direct project management experience
Prior experience effectively managing projects in pharmaceutical or biotech company, CDMO, CRO or related experience required
Experience with client contract negotiations required
Previous personnel management (>5 years) is essential
Demonstrated experience in building project management tools/templates, improving project systems and implementing best practices
Adaptability and flexibility including the ability to manage deadline pressure, ambiguity and change
Ability to build teams and generate a spirit of collaboration while coordinating diverse activities and groups.

Benefits

annual bonus structure for all employees
medical, dental, and vision coverage
paid PTO and holidays
Sabbatical program
401K matching with 100% vesting in 60 days
employee recognition programs

Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills & Tools

project managementrisk analysiscontingency planningproject planningprogram managementclient contract negotiationdevelopment controlbusiness monitoring toolsproject management toolsbest practices implementation

Soft Skills

leadershipcommunicationadaptabilityflexibilityteam buildingcollaborationorganizational skillsproblem-solvingstakeholder managementtime management

Certifications

PMP certification